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Now you can replicate the look of red oxide primer while still having a topcoat that provides exceptional long-lasting beauty and durability. Some project rods just won't look finished until you've put on that distinctive, flat car paint finish. Our Rat Rod paint is the only way to go! This premium 2-component topcoat system is blended with top-quality raw materials and advanced composition coatings technology. Superior to acrylic, alkyd and lacquer coatings. Eastwood's single-stage urethane paints hold their gloss longer and won't yellow.

About Eastwood Rat Rod Red

Sure, some like to "drive her in primer", or opt for a quick "rattle-can" paint job, but this activated, single-step acrylic urethane Rat Rod car paint is a smarter and much longer-lasting choice! Mix 3:1 with activator; no further reduction required.

Contents

Choose from the following:
51074ZPKIT is the Rat Rod Red Single-Stage Urethane Topcoat, Gallon, with 32-oz. Activator; enough to coat the outside of most cars
51074ZP is the Rat Rod Red Topcoat, Gallon, without Activator
21856ZP is the Eastwood Urethane Activator, 32-oz.

Application

Clean surfaces of all contaminants. Abrade surface to be painted with a minimum of 320-grit sandpaper, working up to a 600-grit for maximum adhesion. Re-clean surface. After shaking paint, mix 3 parts paint with 1 part activator. Use caution mixing materials as paint may begin to gel after 2 hours at 70°F. HVLP gun setting: 8-10 PSI, with a 1.4mm-1.8mm tip. This color is formulated to give complete coverage in 2-3 coats. Allow 10 minutes flash time between coats; should be tack-free in 45-60 minutes, with full cure in 18 hours.

FAQs

(Q) How much paint do I need? (A) Typically one gallon per car. If you are also painting jambs, under the hood, or the trunk, use 2 gallons. For large cars and pickup trucks, use 2 gallons. Number of coats, prep and application methods will affect the amount of paint required.

Safety

Always wear proper eye, skin and respiratory protection. Always paint in a well-ventilated area away from sparks and open flame. Consult MSDS and product data sheets for proper safety precautions.